Authentium Bolsters Extensible Service Platform with Kaspersky Antivirus

Business Wire, Dec 20, 2006

Agreement Fortifies Best-of-Breed Security Offering with Industry-Leading Antivirus Technology

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Authentium, the leading provider of extensible security software technologies and service platforms, today announced that it has partnered with Kaspersky Lab and integrated Kaspersky Lab's antivirus technology into to its Extensible Service Platform (ESP). This addition further enhances the range of security software solutions that Authentium offers within its flexible platform for end-point software distribution. As part of the full ESP family of solutions, Kaspersky Lab's antivirus technology can be integrated into end-user security suites used by small and medium-size businesses (SMBs), large organizations and consumers.

Authentium's ESP enables Carriers and ISPs with the ability to procure and deploy best-of-breed antivirus, antispyware, end-point firewall, Web site monitoring and filtering, data backup and other security and non-security applications to their end-users within a centralized console. Included in the latest version of ESP, Kaspersky Lab's antivirus technology combines traditional antivirus defense methods with the latest comprehensive technologies to provide solid and dependable protection against malicious programs including viruses, spyware, Trojans, worms and keyloggers.

There is an ever-growing need for comprehensive and always-on security software to combat the escalating threats facing organizations today. More and more malware is orchestrated by criminal minds targeting financial gains from Internet users. "Kaspersky Lab's industry-first hourly signature updates and market-leading detection, rated together with Authentium's easy-to-deploy solution, allow seamless integration into existing customer infrastructure and protect against modern day cyber threats," said Vitaly Bezrodnykh, Kaspersky Lab business development director. "Authentium has a unique delivery mechanism and approach to security that we find complementary to our business goals. We anticipate that this relationship will enable us and Authentium to reach into new markets that require the high level of protection we offer."

"Authentium is committed to providing its enterprise and ISP customers with the best security technology available. It is for that reason that we hand-picked Kaspersky Lab's renowned and highly reviewed antivirus technology to become part of our ESP product line," said John Sharp, chairman and CEO of Authentium. "This partnership is yet another example of Authentium's commitment to providing true best-of-breed, multi-vendor security and software platforms to its partners and customers. Kaspersky antivirus is a welcomed addition that will make ESP an even more attractive approach for protecting and enhancing user experiences."

About Kaspersky Lab

Kaspersky Lab delivers the world's most immediate protection against IT security threats, including viruses, spyware, crimeware, hackers, phishing, and spam. Kaspersky Lab products provide superior detection rates and the industry's fastest outbreak response time for home users, SMBs, large enterprises and the mobile computing environment. Kaspersky[R] technology is also used worldwide inside the products and services of the industry's leading IT security solution providers. Learn more at www.kaspersky.com. For the latest on antivirus, anti-spyware, anti-spam and other IT security issues and trends, visit www.viruslist.com.

About Authentium

Based in West Palm Beach, Florida, Authentium is the leading security software-as-a-service technology developer. Authentium is also a leading licensor of security software development toolkits to security software vendors, ISPs, MSOs, and security appliance manufacturers, and is one of the fastest-growing companies in the security software industry. Authentium services and technologies are provided to millions of consumers and businesses, worldwide. For more information about Authentium, please visit www.authentium.com.